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The American South: Its Stories, Music, and Art

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Course Summary

Explore the history, culture, and people of the American South in this comprehensive course. Learn about the region's unique characteristics and how they have shaped its identity.

Key Learning Points

Discover the complexities of the American South and its rich history
Explore cultural influences such as music, literature, and food
Examine the impact of the Civil War and Civil Rights Movement on the region

Learning Outcomes

Gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of the American South
Develop critical thinking and analytical skills
Appreciate the diversity and complexities of the region

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic understanding of American history
Interest in Southern culture and history

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Self-paced
Online
Video lectures
Quizzes

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The Civil War and Reconstruction
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Related Education Paths

Southern Studies Certification Program

Notable People in This Field

John T. Edge
Ta-Nehisi Coates

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Description

From small farms to urban neighborhoods, from the region itself to the more distant worlds of the southern diaspora, we discover the stories, music, and art of the American South.

Outline

Introduction to the American South
Welcome to the American South
The Region, the Diaspora, and the Mythic
Contested Memory and the Global South
Race, Class and Gender
My Story
Teachers
Introduction to the American South

Oral Tradition
A Story Well Told
Poppa Jazz talks Heaven and Hell
Toasts and Dozens
The Auctioneer
Trading
The Sermon
Of the Book and of the Spirit
The Key to Southern Culture
Oral Tradition

Southern Artists
Formal and Folk Art
Basket Weaving
Quilting
Folk Sculpture
Folk Painting
Community Tradition
Black and White Photography
Color Photography
Sense of Place
Sense of History
Literature's Influence
Southern Artists

Southern Writers
Southern Letters
The Voice
The Short Story
Eudora Welty and Cleanth Brooks: Literary Friends
Southern Novelists
Alice Walker: Regions of the Heart
The Question of Black Humanity
Southern Writers

Roots Music
One-Strand on the Wall
Country Roots
Fife and Drum
Sacred Harp
Spirituals
"Our Father"
Gospel
Work Chants
Roots Music

The Blues
The Heart of Oral Tradition
Country Blues
Urban Blues
Saturday Night, Sunday Morning
Where Do the Blues Come From?
The Club Circuit
Professor of the Blues
The Family
Additional Resources
Blues

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the rich culture and history of the southern United States with this engaging course. Students have praised the course for its comprehensive coverage of the region, as well as its accessibility to learners of all levels. One key aspect that many users thought was good is the course's focus on the complex and often misunderstood history of the American South.

Pros from User Reviews

Comprehensive coverage of the region
Accessible to learners of all levels
Engaging and well-structured content
High-quality video lectures
Excellent supplementary materials

Cons from User Reviews

Some users found the course content to be too basic
Lack of interaction with instructors and other students
Limited opportunities for hands-on learning
Some technical issues with online platform
Not suitable for those looking for a more in-depth analysis of the topic

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